Endoscopy Technician PT/PRN

USPI Wellington Endoscopy Center is seeking a motivated Endoscopy Technician to join our team. Wellington Endoscopy Center is a fast-paced ambulatory surgery center committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families. We are looking for a candidate to be available Monday-Friday, schedule subject to changed based on surgical schedule and flow of day. Candidate needs to be available for some early mornings and later evenings.

Job Summary: The Endo Tech assists endoscopy team during endoscopy procedures. They arrange and inventory sterile set-up for operation and passes items as needed to the endoscopy team. Assists in preparing and moving patients, and in cleaning the endoscopy room. The Endo Tech is responsible for the provision of care to meet identified patient outcomes and to achieve the goals of the facility as directed by the Registered Nurse. Provides a centralized distribution and control of supplies and equipment to the facility. The tech also stores prepared articles and supplies in designated areas. Maintains and tracks inventory according to facility procedures. This position reports to the Charge Nurse and ASC Director.

Major Responsibilities: 

• Cleans and reprocesses endoscopes and instruments.  Lubricates and reassembles instruments, identifies and labels instruments and scopes for processing. 
• Monitors reprocessing units to ensure they are performing at optimal levels.  Performs routine checks on reprocessing equipment and high level disinfecting agents.  Interprets and records results. Reports problems to Manager.
• Operates reprocessing equipment utilizing proper operating procedures and methods in accordance with manufacturer's recommended parameters for use as well as loading and unloading techniques.  Follows procedures and infection control guidelines.
• Oversees the care, handling, and maintenance of endoscope equipment.  Inspects endoscopes and any broken equipment and reports to Manager.
• Maintains open communication with manager regarding maintenance of endoscopes, equipment, and supplies to meet Endoscopy needs.   Documents and tracks scope repairs or any other equipment in need of repair.  Communicates all scope repairs to Manager.

Education and/or Experience:

High School Diploma / GED; 

Certification preferable.

Reasoning Ability: Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Able to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Other skills and abilities: General familiarity with medical terminology as it pertains to anatomy and surgical procedures for an operating room.

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